How to Choose the Right Projector and Screen
Think of the last time you were at the movie theater… did you think every seat in the house was a good seat? Or were you stuck in a corner with a distorted view of the screen?
When it comes to choosing the correct Projector and Projection Screen for your space, PCD utilizes the highest standards to produce a well thought out quote – something that sets us apart from our competitors. Our Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) certified managers and technicians utilize AVIXA’s Industry Guidelines to plan and predict the correct size of the screen based upon (a) the viewer’s distance from the screen, and (b) the viewer’s off-angle distance from the center of the screen to get the best sizing.
PCD also reviews the ambient light of the room and determines based upon AVIXA standards (c) how much light will be needed for the application of the projection and/or (d) the size and brightness of the flat panel display. We want to ensure users in the room will be able to read text from the farthest vantage point in the room, no matter where they are sitting, to know we’ve correctly installed your Projection System.
The Brightness factor also plays a role in the impact the content displayed has on the viewer. With so many people purchasing 4K HDTV and UHD TV sets for their living room nowadays, the average end user is keen on what looks good versus what looks washed out or counter-productive when it comes to engagement with your displayed content. Ultimately when it comes to picture brightness the ability for the viewer to read your content from the back of the room is key. Our goal is to educate clients on these best practices and ensure that they understand what they are getting and why.
Anyone can sell you a screen and projector, but that does not mean the solution fits the problem, nor that you received the best product to showcase your brand or inform your customer. In this day and age of advanced and ever-changing Audio Video technology, projected images that are washed out or hard to read are no longer acceptable and are a tell-tale sign of an old and outdated projector system.
If you aren’t sure where to start, contact PCD today and we’ll do a free walkthrough of your space to quote a customized solution! We look forward to hearing from you soon at 707-546-3633 or
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